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Tuesday, December 27, 2011

Toddler cowboy boots are considered a better footwear option for all toddlers or pre walkers of age 14 months and below. They look great on children. The boots are available in four sizes. They are small, medium, large, and extra large. The sizes range from four to eight in numbers. As the growth of toddlers differ at times, it is difficult to recommend a particular sized boot for toddlers. For toddlers, it is better to select a slightly bigger boot than the actual leg size. These bigger boots can be used along with socks to fit toddler?s leg.

Toddler cowboy boots are available in all popular brands like Dingo, Durango, Old West, and Dan Post. They come in both western and roper styles. There are traditional and modern boots. As traditional suede cowboy boots most often comes without traction, it is not ideal for most toddlers. Some of the features in popular toddler cowboy boots are toe rand, Concho harness strap, and PVC outsole.

Toddler cowboy boots may have snake, lizard, and ostrich print foot with black or colored shafts. They vary in patterns also. Some are typical toddler patterns while some others have similarities with adult boots. The boots may have fleece linings for softness. There are knitted and hand crocheted boots also. There can be zip-ups in boots for easy wearing. Boots come with frills around ankles. Such boots look great and attractive for toddlers. Toddler boots are available in ordinary and attractive colors including white, baby pink, peanut brittle, tan, red, navy blue, brown, and black.

Toddler cowboy boots are better, compared to the tall English boots. The boots provide protection to toddler?s feet and ankles. They are soft, light, and comfortable for little ones. Unlike English boots, it is easier making toddlers wear cowboy boots. Moreover, cowboy boots are less expensive than English boots.

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Thursday, December 15, 2011

Short Story - Fate

!: Short Story - Fate

We were walking along the road, talking about the law and order situation in the city, especially about the safety of elderly people.

I saw some one lying in the gutter. I wanted to see whether he is alive, but my friend held me back, saying it may be a Case of murder even. Why attract the attention of the police?

I heard some sound, as if coming from the man. I came nearer and found that he was trying to show something. He looked like a perfect gentleman in white shirt and pants.

Yes, it was a packet in his pocket. I opened it. It looked like sugar.

My friend rushed towards us, took the packet and emptied it into the old man's mouth. In a few seconds, he sat up. We helped him to walk and presently, he called a rickshaw and got into it, thanking us profusely.

We walked along side the rickshaw as we wanted to make sure that he reached home safely. My friend explained to me that it was a simple Case of diabetes. Sometimes low sugar can even kill him. He was lucky we saw him. He was wearing a costly watch and had a gold chain.

His wife, so we assumed, came out to receive him, abusing the poor man: "didn't I tell you not to go alone? One day you will die."

The man invited us to come in, but we declined, saying we will come some other time.

One day, car stopped suddenly, as it passed by me, in the traffic chaos of the road. The old man, whom we had rescued, put his head out through the window and asked me to get in. As I was about to get into the front seat, he said: sit by my side.

When I was seated, he continued:" that day you two ran away. I could not even thank you properly. Tell me who are you? What are you doing?"

"I came to work, as we are very poor people. My friend brought me. I stay in my room. That day we were returning home."

"What do you do?"

"I sell books and magazines."

"Who are at home?"

"Mother and a sister. Two sisters are married."

"Father?"

"He is no more."

We had reached his house which was very big.

His wife came out. A fat, pot bellied woman, with an evil look.

We went in and I was offered a chair. Seeing my hesitation, he said: "you saved my life. You are like God to me. Tell me, can you help me?"

"Oh! Yes. I am ready. How can I help you?"

"See, I am alone. I have to go here and there. In the evening, I go for a walk. You have to be with me; that is all".

"OK."

"I will give you six thousand every month."

I went to my friend and told him every thing.

With the advance salary he gave me, I went to our village home. My mother could not believe me.

I said:" he wants my sister to assist in the kitchen."

After some reflection, she said:" then you take her with you."

There was a festive mood at home. Mother made her favourite fish curry. Neighbours came to participate in the rejoicings.

Before I got this new work, I used to sell pornographic CDs and books to young men and women. I knew it was illegal, but I got good response and easy money. Many became very friendly with me. One girl with curly hair, was always hitting and kicking me, because I refused to do her bidding, which somehow I didn't like. She is very fair and I do like her.

One day she waylaid me by stopping her car just in front of me. She got out of the car and asked in an angry tone:" where are you these days? Don't you sell CDs?"

Both of us entered the back seat and she did whatever she wanted. At last, when exhausted, she said:" they have fixed my marriage. Till then, I want you here, every day."

Then she dropped me at my friend's room.

My friend began asking questions about my sister's stay in the old man's house. "Where does she sleep? Does the old man make advances towards her?"

I told him she seems to be happy there. She will always bring something delicious to eat.

I showed him the revolver, with proper license, given to me by the old man. It was loaded and I practiced shooting at a stone in a lonely place. In a few days I learned to shoot, with accurate aim. I shot a crow from a distance of fifty metres.

One day, I was escorting the old man to the bank. After our work was over, we returned to our car and the driver started the engine. I did not notice anything unusual. When we reached a lonely place, two armed men suddenly came in front of the car, forcing the driver to stop the vehicle. Apprehending danger to my boss, I shot one and injured the other. The latter was brought to a hospital and the police informed.

I explained every detail, as I thought it my duty to serve the old man.

We returned home.

That night, the police came and took me away. They treated me well, but told me to sign a document, saying, if I signed it, they would try to save my life; otherwise I would be hanged, as there was a perfect case against me. I signed it.

There were mosquitoes. The atmosphere was gloomy. Some how, I was not unduly disturbed. If they hang me, my boss will take care of my sister, I knew.

Next day, my boss came with a lawyer. They tried to get me bail, but their efforts failed.

In the evening, my friend, the curly haired blond, came with another lawyer. She was very much upset and worried. They did not allow her to come very near to me.

A few days passed. Then she, along with the lawyer, met the magistrate and showed him some documents and video, to prove that we were married, and attended the reception at her town, on that fateful night!

As prima facie, it was genuine, the magistrate ordered my release on bail.

Short Story - Fate

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Monday, December 5, 2011

Rio De Janeiro Apartments - A Guide to Renting and Buying

!: Rio De Janeiro Apartments - A Guide to Renting and Buying

The number of tourists that come to Rio de Janeiro is steadily growing, the market for apartment rental has accordingly grown as well. Nowadays there are dozens of rental agencies and internet ads offering furnished apartment´for short term lease. Many times they turn out to be a far better deal than staying in a hotel or even a hostel, particularly if you are a few people that will stay for a week or more. How should you go about this to be sure you get a good deal?

Area
First of all it´s very important to remember that the prices in between areas differ a lot, it can even differ significantly between two streets. I have put some common central areas into price brackets so you can get an idea:

More Exclusive: Anything fronting the sea either in Copacabana, Ipanema or Flamengo. The whole neighbourhood of Leblon, Ipanema from the street Vinicius de Moraes until Jardim de Alah. The whole neighbourhood called Lagóa.

Exclusive: Ipanema except in front of the shantytowns (don´t forget to ask!), Copacabana Posto 6, Arpoador, some parts of Flamengo. Laranjeiras and Jardim Botânico.

Mid range: Copacabana all areas accept facing shantytowns and everything around the street Princesa Isabel, Botafogo and Santa Teresa (can be very expensive as well).

Cheap: Catete, Gloria, Humaita.

Budget: Lapa

Standard
Another factor is of course standard. If you´re quering over internet you should ask to see photos. The cheapest options are small studio apartments with simple cooking facilities. The more exclusive ones have porches with swimming pools and gyms in the building. Noise is a problem in Rio so an apartment on the 1st floor can be a lot cheaper than one on the 10th.

Period
This is the most important factor. Over New Years and Carnival prices can go up more than 5 times. There is no real way to avoid this. The cheapest months are April, May, June, October and November.

Renting
Now that you know all this you can start looking. If you´re in Rio for a longer period I recommend that you come here first so you actually can visit the apartment before renting, most likely the deal you get will be better. Exception is for high season when you probably should arrange something well ahead to make sure you actually get somewhere to stay. The best place to look is probably in the newspaper O Globo but there are many agencies that offer it, at higher prices of course. If you´re only here for a week or so you should shop around on the internet and compare the different deals the agencies offer you and go for the best one. Deposit is normal.

Buying Real Estate
Many tourists from Europe and North America come to Rio and fall in love with the city. Since the prices for Real Estate here are reasonable compared to back home many people buy apartments. But how can you know what´s a good deal? What are the rules? How should you go about this in the best way?

Regarding area and standard it´s the same as above. The first thing you need is a lawyer you can trust. There is a fair deal of paperwork you have to go through and missing something may turn out to be really expensive. The second thing to do is to start looking. You have the classified ads in the newspaper O Globo and there are Real Estate Agents all over the place. Compare and study hard, you need patience and a clear head. Remember that some really nice apartments have a low value because of the proximity to a shantytown.

When you finally have found something that you are interested in it´s time for your lawyer to go to work. He needs to check all the paperwork, help you get a so called CPF number (social security number). The actual transfer of the money has to go through Banco do Brasil so that it´s brought legally into the country. There are many people that sell apartments that want to make the deal half "under the table" so they can avoid paying certain fees and taxes, don´t at any terms accept that!

Of course now you wonder how to find that trustworthy lawyer. Well the best way is to get a recommendation from someone you trust. If you have the slightest doubt, find another one.

Good Luck!